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What is the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund?

Before September 11, 2001, the twin towers symbolized America’s prosperity and economic strength. While the attack on the twin towers did not take away America’s strength and position as a world power, the attack has remained one of the most significant blows to America. More.

Last Missing Portrait of 9/11 Victim Placed in Memorial Photo Wall

A portrait filled the last vacancy on the photo wall at the National September 11 Memorial & Museum on Wednesday, concluding the almost 16-year-long project to memorialize the hundreds killed as a result of the terrorist attacks of 2001. More.

Federal aid for 9/11 illness sufferers hits $10 billion mark

The feds have doled out more than $10 billion to people suffering from 9/11-related health conditions, The New York Daily News has learned. “They should be giving out another $10 billion if that’s what’s needed,” said retired Con Edison worker Cheryl Hall, who received compensation for a litany of illnesses linked to her time at Ground Zero. More.

Nine Stories Of 9/11 Victims That Paint A Heartbreaking Picture Of America’s Darkest Day

On September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in New York City and Washington, D.C. left scores of victims. Many lost their lives. Others only barely managed to survive. But though the sheer number of 9/11 victims can be hard to comprehend, each victim was a person with a story. More.

How brother of a 9/11 firefighter is helping house West L.A. homeless veterans

With its donations swelling, a charity formed by the older brother of a firefighter who died in the 9/11 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center was ready to up its game. More.

Vietnam Wall, 9/11 Wall traveling exhibits make stop in West Palm Beach

It was an emotional time for Herb Sennett as he squatted and used a pencil and paper to make an impression of his buddy’s name from the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall on Saturday. More.

FDNY fire medical officer, retired EMT die of 9/11 illnesses

The FDNY has suffered two 9/11-related deaths in recent days. Retired EMT Steven Thorsen, who served at Station 23, died Sunday from a World Trade Center-related illness, according to the FDNY Family Assistance Unit. Thorsen served the FDNY for 27 years. More.

9/11 Survivors, Families Thank PGA Tour Golfers for Rejecting LIV in Open Letter

Survivors of family members injured or killed in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks penned an open letter to PGA Tour members applauding them for resisting overtures from the LIV Golf Invitational Series. More.